Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes are a go-to impressive side dish that’s actually super simple!
Wooden spoons placed alongside potatoes serve as guides to make thin slices without cutting through completely.
After brushing with olive oil and sprinkling with garlic salt and herbs, the potatoes should air fry at 350°F for 30-40 minutes until crispy outside and tender inside.
These can be enhanced with cheese, bacon or switched to sweet potatoes for a tasty twist.
Several flavor variations work wonderfully with this preparation method.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Garlic salt
- Onion powder
- Dried parsley
- Cracked pepper
- Fresh parsley
- Butter (optional)
Additionally, air frying can create a crispy texture that enhances the flavor of your Hasselback potatoes.
Recommended Tools
Creating perfect Hasselback potatoes in your air fryer requires a few essential tools to make the process easier and more efficient. With these kitchen helpers at your disposal, you can slice, season and cook those gorgeous fan-like potatoes that look as impressive as they taste.
- Air Fryer:
The star of the show that cooks your Hasselback potatoes to crispy perfection while using minimal oil.
- Wooden Spoons:
Essential guides that prevent you from cutting all the way through the potatoes when creating the signature Hasselback slices.
- Sharp Knife:
Makes creating those precise quarter-inch slits in your potatoes much easier and safer.
- Pastry Brush:
Perfect for brushing olive oil and melted butter into all those tiny slices for maximum flavor.
- Small Mixing Bowl:
Useful for combining your garlic salt, onion powder, dried parsley and pepper into the perfect seasoning blend.
- Vegetable Peeler:
Makes quick work of peeling those russet potatoes if you prefer them without the skin.
These tools are part of the essential kitchen tools that every beginner chef needs to enhance their cooking experience.
Instructions for Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Start by preheating your air fryer to 350°F – this is key for getting that perfect crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside texture!
Grab 4 medium russet potatoes and give them a good wash. You can peel them if you want, but leaving the skin on adds a delicious crispy texture (totally your call!).
Now comes the fun part – place each potato between two wooden spoons and make thin slices about ¼ inch apart along the potato. The wooden spoons are your secret weapon here – they prevent you from cutting all the way through, creating that gorgeous fan effect that makes Hasselback potatoes so special!
Take 2 teaspoons of olive oil and brush it generously over your potatoes, making sure to get some between those beautiful slices.
Next, mix together 1 teaspoon of garlic salt, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of dried parsley, and ½ teaspoon of cracked pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle this flavorful mixture over your potatoes, trying to get some seasoning between the slices for maximum flavor in every bite.
Pop these beauties into your air fryer and let them cook for 30-40 minutes. Keep an eye on them – smaller potatoes might cook faster! You’ll know they’re done when they’re tender in the middle and those edges start getting irresistibly crispy.
For an extra touch of indulgence, brush some melted butter into the slices right after cooking (your taste buds will thank you!), and finish with a sprinkle of fresh minced parsley.
Serve these show-stopping potatoes immediately – trust me, they’ll disappear fast!
Pro Tips
Place the potatoes between two wooden spoons when slicing to create the perfect hasselback effect without accidentally cutting all the way through the potato.
This simple setup creates a natural stopping point for your knife, ensuring consistent slices while maintaining the potato’s structure for even cooking.
Substitutions & Variations
These classic Hasselback potatoes can be easily customized with different flavors, seasonings and textures to suit your preferences or what you have on hand.
- Cheesy Hasselbacks: Add shredded cheddar, parmesan or gruyere between the slices during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a gooey, indulgent twist.
- Loaded Potato Style: Top finished potatoes with sour cream, crispy bacon bits, chives and cheese for a meal-worthy variation.
- Mediterranean Herbs: Replace dried parsley with a mix of rosemary, thyme and oregano, then finish with crumbled feta cheese.
- Sweet Potato Swap: Use sweet potatoes instead of russets and season with cinnamon, brown sugar and a touch of cayenne for sweet-spicy balance.
- Ranch Flavor Profile: Substitute the seasoning mix with ranch seasoning packet and finish with a drizzle of ranch dressing and fresh dill.
- Spicy Version: Add cayenne pepper and smoked paprika to the seasoning blend, then top with jalapeño slices before air frying.
Leftovers & Storage Tips
While you’re having fun experimenting with different flavor variations, you’ll want to know what to do with any leftover Hasselback potatoes.
Store them in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
When you’re ready to enjoy them again, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. They’ll crisp right up!
Don’t freeze them though – they’ll lose that perfect texture we worked so hard to achieve.
Tonight’s Easy Side Dish
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Crispy, flavorful hasselback potatoes made easily in your air fryer with garlic and parsley.
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- Minced fresh parsley for garnish
- Melted butter (optional)
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
- Wash and peel potatoes. Place between wooden spoons; slice ¼ inch thick slits without cutting through.
- Brush potatoes with olive oil.
- Mix garlic salt, onion powder, dried parsley, and pepper; sprinkle over potatoes.
- Air fry 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Brush melted butter into slices and garnish with minced parsley. Serve immediately.
